WORK AT THE APEX OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Since P&G’s founding in 1837, innovation has been our lifeblood. From the world’s first fluoride toothpaste, to the world’s first heated razor, Research & Development is how we’re able to improve more lives in more meaningful ways—now and for generations to come.
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ABOUT
Connect with consumers to understand their product and packaging needs, develop product formulas, and establish and assess competitive product performance. Convert these ideas, concepts and technologies into commercially feasible chemical, mechanical and packaging processes.
FORMULATION ENGINEER
- Develop formulas that deliver breakthrough performance, utilizing chemical and biological technology to drive technical advantages in a variety of areas, including: household cleaning, absorbency, health and well being, and beauty and grooming products.
PRODUCTS RESEARCH ENGINEER
- Connect with consumers to understand their product needs and translate these insights into technical requirements and prototypes for breakthrough product and package experiences.
PROCESS ENGINEER
- Convert ideas, concepts and technologies into commercially feasible chemical and mechanical processes.
PACKAGING ENGINEER
- Collaborate with other R&D experts, advertising, art, package design, manufacturing and suppliers to develop technically sophisticated packages and delivery systems that add performance advantage to P&G products.
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Take a look at P&G Product Supply or P&G Information Technology, where assignments range from synchronizing our E2E supply chain to harnessing technology to better serve consumers.
OPPORTUNITIES
P&G Research & Development offers opportunities for people with all levels of experience, from undergraduates interested in student programs or internships, to recent graduates looking for an entry-level position, to experienced professionals ready to join an industry leader.
Sophomores (2025 Graduates) for Standout | 2024, 2025, 2026 Graduates for Internships | Spring 2023 & Winter 2022 Graduates for Entry-Lvl
STANDOUT EMERGING LEADERS CAMP
August 8-11th, 2023 | Cincinnati World Headquarters
P&G's STANDOUT Emerging Leaders Camp is a 3 day all expenses paid camp in August where you will meet with senior R&D leaders and learn about both our brands and the amazing career opportunities in Research & Development.
Applications are now live! Click here to apply!
12 WEEK SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Most internship positions will be in Cincinnati, OH
From Day 1, demonstrate your strategic and critical thinking skills in combination with your technical mastery by creating solutions to current business challenges while gaining exposure to the breadth of work in R&D at P&G.
Applications for our 2023 Summer Internships are open!
FULL-TIME R&D SCIENTIST POSITIONS
Most internship positions will be in Cincinnati, OH
Engineers lead the way in product, packaging, material, and process development. You will begin in our a scientist career path and have the opportunity to grow as a manager or as a technical expert throughout your career.
Applications for our 2023 Full-Time R&D Scientist positions are currently filled! We will post opportunities for 2024 in the summer!
ASSOCIATE RESEARCHER OPPORTUNITIES
For the Associate Researcher opportunities at P&G, an Associate’s Degree in an Engineering or Science field (We prefer Engineering, Biology or Chemistry, although other similar majors will be considered) or a high school diploma with relevant experience.
Associate Researcher is an entry level role for individuals who are competent in basic science and math and are inspired to apply those skills towards hands-on experiments. At P&G, a wide variety of R&D work is available to Associate Researchers, in the following major areas:
Products Research
Deeply understand our consumers and their needs to inform product design parameters for new or improved products.
Product Formulation & Design
Translates consumer needs into finished products that delight consumers using the best available technologies/chemicals/materials.
Analytical
Use lab equipment to solve tough technical problems via chemical, physical, mechanical, imaging, and other measurement capabilities.
Packaging & Device Development
Creates and improves packages and devices that delight consumers and retailers.
Process Development & Pilot Plant Operations
Translates ideas, concepts, and technologies into commercially feasible chemical and mechanical processes and scales them up from lab to pilot plant to manufacturing.
So, when you apply, be sure to answer the questions to let us know which areas you have experience and which areas you are interested in.
Learn more & Apply to opportunities in Cincinnati, OH
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APPLICATION PROCESS
For all the opportunities listed above, you will experience the following application process.
Step 1: Applying Online
This is your opportunity to tell us all about yourself. When you hit apply, you’ll need to add your education information, attach a resume, and answer a questionnaire about specific skills required for the role.
Step 2: Assessments
After you submit your application, you may be directed to take one or more of our online assessments. Our assessments are unique and help us determine if P&G is a good fit for you—and vice versa.
Step 3: Interviews
You can expect to have one-on-one or panel interviews, which may be conducted virtually (online or via a phone call) or in person. Most interviews last around 45-60 minutes.
For in-depth information on each step, visit our Hiring Process page >
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